I have deals needing funding and want to ensure I'm structuring them in a way that's competitive and appealing to private lenders.

I could never guarantee that every student would find a deal but we have so many success stories and people have switched from investing in MF, MHP, Storage to office, retail, medical, industrial etc.   

Also find some funding and some friends that can help catapult me to where I am trying to go.Hey Jerome,I used to be in the trucking industry myself.

I feel as though my home is priced too high, however, my property manager insists the price is competitive.  

@Jenna SchulzeAs a newbie investor with limited capital, I’d invest close to home.Invest in areas you know well.I’ve been in the RE industry since 1978 and people always ask me:What’s the best market to invest in?

You might find it useful to attend a meetup or two just to learn how other folks got their start into the industry :) I host a small/intimate meetup once a month in LIC, check it out here: https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/521/topics/1214850-meet...

The lot size, the pool, and the quiet cul-de-sac location provided great bones, and with the right upgrades and modern touches, it could command a much higher price in the competitive Hamptons market.

We specialize in helping investors access opportunities in both residential and commercial markets, leveraging our network and industry knowledge to identify high-potential deals.

Every market is different, but paying cash doesnt necessitate a huge reduction in price - it might, or it might just make the offer more competitive than other bids that require financing. 

Get a gander at your competition and see what they are offering and take it up a notch.You might check Fiverr or TaskRabbit (not sure for interior designer) and see who is out there.They should be able to help you out remotely and without spending a ton of dough.